Most Africans 'think' consuming Pumpkin leaves is beneficial but a large percentage of them do
not really know the exact benefits it has. Popularly called 'Ugwu' in Nigeria. the botanical names is "Telfairia
occidentalis"
Telfairia occidentalis is
a tropical vine grown in
West Africa as a leaf vegetable and for its
edible seeds. Common names for the plant include fluted gourd, fluted
pumpkin, ugu (in the Igbo language), and ikong-ubong (in the Efik/Ibibio
language).
What
ever the case may be, there are guaranteed level of various nutrients with any
style.
1.
Prevention
of convulsion: The young leaves sliced and mixed with coconut water and salt
are stored in a bottle and used for the treatment of convulsion in ethno
medicine.
2.
Lowers
cholesterol: leaves has hypolipdemic effect and may be a useful therapy in
hypercholestolemia.
3.
Boost
fertility: A particular study showed that pumpkin has the potential to
regenerate testicular damage and also increase spermatogenesis.
4. It has a
liver protecting effects.
5. It has
antibacterial effects
6. The leaves
are rich in iron and play a key role in the
cure of anaemia, (my mother used to mix the leaf extract with milk)
7. They are
also noted for lactating properties and are in high demand for nursing mothers.
8. It has an
hypoglycaemic (sugar reducing) effect. It is good for diabetics
9. Increases
Blood Volume and Boost Immune System
10. The high protein content in
leaves of plants such as pumpkin could have supplementary effect for the daily
protein requirement of the body.
Pumpkin
leaves have a healthy amount of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium,
and Iron. And aside from the vision benefits in Vitamin A that the
leaves provide, there are also numerous skin benefits.
Pumpkin
leaves have a healthy amount of Vitamin
A, Vitamin C, Calcium, and Iron. ... Additionally, the vitamin C that is
contained in it helps to heal wounds and form scar tissue. It also helps to
maintain healthy bones, skin, and teeth. But those are not the only health
benefits of this wonderful plant.
The good:
This food is low in Sodium, and very low in Cholesterol. It is
also a good source of Niacin, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Protein,
Vitamin A, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Vitamin K, Thiamin, Riboflavin,
Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Copper and
Manganese.
If you
are on a diet, pumpkin is one of the most beneficial vegetables that you
can gorge on. ... Take for instance, if you are having a
high-protein salad for dinner as a part of your weight loss regime, you
can replace it with a healthy pumpkin soup. Not only is this
vegetabe low in calories but it is also high on fibre.
The pumpkin
is among the vegetables that are really rich in fiber, and especially insoluble
fiber, the one which every organism needs to reduce constipation. The
consumption of pumpkin will definitely going to make your stool
soft and ease its movement throughout the intestines.
Pumpkin is packed with fruit enzymes and alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs),
which increase cell turnover, to brighten and smooth the skin. Pumpkin
contains antioxidant Vitamin A and Vitamin C to help soften and soothe the skin
and boost collagen production to prevent the signs of aging.
The others
may be starchy, but their fiber content and impact on blood sugar are better
for you. Pumpkin, for example, has 20 grams of carbohydrates in
one cup, but it also contains 7 grams of fiber. ... In that case, vegetables
such as butternut squash, peas, and acorn squash will put you over your carb
limit too quickly.
Pumpkin is a highly nutrient-dense food. It is rich in vitamins and
minerals but low in calories. ... It will explore the health benefits and
nutritional content of pumpkins, as well as ways to include more in the
diet.
Pumpkin is a lower carb fruit when compared to most winter
squashes. Atkins, a low carbohydrate diet plan, even listed pumpkin
as one of the low carb foods that should be eaten. Half a cup of mashed pumpkin
is equivalent to 4.7 grams of carbohydrates.
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